GROSS ANATOMY

GROSS ANATOMY

CRANIAL NERVES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Stimulates smooth muscles needed for digestion
A
Vagus-X
B
Trochlear-IV
C
Abducens-VI
D
Hypoglossal-XII
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The vagus nerve is one of 12 cranial nerves in the body. It’s responsible for various bodily functions, including digestion, heart rate, and breathing.

Detailed explanation-2: -Slow breathing Breathing exercises are a great way to stimulate the vagus nerve and improve your digestion as a result. Start by getting yourself into a comfortable position. This could be laying down or sitting. As you’re practicing breathing, try to focus on exhaling longer than you inhale.

Detailed explanation-3: -Loud gargling with water or loud singing activates our vocal cords which in turn stimulates the vagus nerve. Foot massage: gentle or firm touch can assist in stimulation the vagus nerve. Cold water face immersion: immerse your forehead eyes and at least 2/3 of both cheeks into cold water.

Detailed explanation-4: -In the thorax, it provides the main parasympathetic supply to the heart and stimulates a reduction in the heart rate. In the intestines, the vagus nerve regulates the contraction of smooth muscles and glandular secretion.

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